Talent Sourcing Specialist

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

AURAs mission is to provide innovative open resources to enable discovery and excellence in research to unify the astrophysics communities and to promote public understanding of our universe and the benefits of science exploration. AURA carries out its role through its astronomical facilities.

This is a 60âday fixedâterm contract role working onsite in Tucson AZ.

EssentialFunctions:

Sourcing & Talent Research

Proactively source prospective candidates using various platforms including job boards social media professional networks Boolean search and internal database mining.
Build targeted talent pipelines for multiple recruiters across diverse positions and departments.
Conduct initial outreach to active and passive talent generating interest in open roles and future opportunities.
Screen candidates at a high level to assess alignment with job requirements before routing to recruiters.
Maintain accurate upâtoâdate candidate profiles and sourcing notes in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Administrative & Coordination Support

Assist recruiters with interview coordination including scheduling candidate interviews arranging onsite visit logistics and communicating details to hiring teams.
Prepare and manage candidate materials interview packets and documentation.
Track candidate movement and update ATS workflows as directed.
Provide general administrative support to the Recruitment Manager and recruiting team as needed.

Collaboration & Communication

Partner with Recruiters and Recruiting Manager to understand recruiting needs and refine sourcing strategies.
Support employer branding efforts through consistent engagement and representation.
Communicate professionally with candidates internal stakeholders and external partners.

Compliance & Property Responsibilities

Adhere to government award terms and conditions relevant to this role as outlined in the Vela Award Management system
All AURA employeesare responsible forthe proper management and control of all AURA property within their work area whether assigned to them or someone else. This responsibility includes reporting any known missing stolen or non-working property in their work area to their supervisor or the AURA Property Officer.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with government award terms and conditions assigned to this position or subordinates of this position.

OtherFunctions:

Other duties as assigned

Required Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field; equivalent experience considered.
13 years of experience in sourcing recruiting or a related administrative role.
Proficiency with sourcing tools ATS platforms and professional networking sites.
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage candidates and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
Excellent organizational and timeâmanagement skills; able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Experience with current recruiting practices sourcing trends and candidate engagement strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting technical or scientific recruiting.
Prior experience in a fastâpaced HR or recruiting support role.

Salary Range: $64000-$80000. The final salary will depend on skills qualifications and experience. Preference will be given to qualified internal candidates and qualified Native Americans living on or near the Tohono Oodham reservation.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Whileperforming the duties of this job the employeeis regularly required tosit; use hands to finger handle or feel;and talk;or hear.
The employeeis occasionally required tostand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop;kneel; crouch;or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close visiondepthperceptionandability to adjust focus.
Mustpossess- sufficient mobility strength or dexterity in both arms and hands and both legsto a)reach upward sideways downward to work with paper files; b) sufficient mobility and dexterity toutilizecomputer systems fax machines copiers and other office machines.
Must possess 1) ability to read and understand instructions drawings safety guidesand other written materials necessary to perform job; 2) sufficient visual capacity toperform the applicable functions without assistance of visual aids other than eye contacts or eye glasses; 3) sufficient spoken aural capacity to hear and understand instructions warning bells fire alarms or shouted instructions without assistance ofauditory aids other than a hearing aid; and 4) ability to impart information orally so that others understand and can respond appropriately.

How to Apply:

Apply by April 13 2026 for priority consideration. This position will remain open until it is filled. Please submit a cover letter and a CV or resume PDF files preferred. Please name any attachments with the following format: LastName DocName.

Individuals needing assistance with the employment process can request assistance here.

Required Experience: